Milan & Bergamo private tours

Yes. Many travellers only pass through Milan, but it deserves at least two days. Beyond the Duomo and its rooftop terraces, the city offers Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper, the Pinacoteca di Brera, the Sforza Castle, La Scala, world-class shopping and the lively aperitivo culture of the Navigli canals.

Milan is also an excellent first or last stop on a journey to the Italian lakes, with two international airports and fast trains to the rest of Italy.

Milan and Bergamo combine world-class art, design, history and food. These are the experiences we most often include in our clients’ journeys:

The Duomo and its rooftop terraces. Walk among the marble spires and statues of Milan’s Gothic cathedral, with views over the city and, on clear days, the Alps.

The Last Supper. See Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece in the refectory of Santa Maria delle Grazie with a private guide.

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Stroll through this elegant 19th-century arcade, then continue to the luxury boutiques of the Quadrilatero della Moda.

Brera. Admire Italian masterpieces at the Pinacoteca di Brera and explore the artistic neighbourhood’s cobbled streets.

The Sforza Castle. Visit the castle’s museums, home to Michelangelo’s last sculpture, the Rondanini Pietà.

La Scala. Attend an opera or ballet, or take a guided tour of the theatre and its museum.

Aperitivo on the Navigli. Enjoy an evening aperitivo along Milan’s historic canals.

Bergamo’s Città Alta. Ride the funicular to the medieval upper town, with Piazza Vecchia, the Colleoni Chapel and the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore.

The Venetian walls of Bergamo. Walk along the UNESCO-listed walls at sunset, with views over the plain below.

Franciacorta. Taste Italy’s finest sparkling wines at a family winery between Bergamo and Lake Iseo.

A day on Lake Como. Milan is the perfect base for a day on the lake, or for continuing your journey there.

Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper is in the refectory of Santa Maria delle Grazie, and visits are limited to small groups in short time slots to protect the fresco. Tickets often sell out months in advance.

We secure your visit as early as possible and can arrange a private guide, who explains the masterpiece and its history before and after your time in the refectory.

Absolutely. Bergamo’s medieval Città Alta, surrounded by Venetian walls that are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of northern Italy’s hidden gems. A funicular connects the upper and lower towns.

Highlights include Piazza Vecchia, the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore and the Colleoni Chapel, as well as excellent local cuisine such as casoncelli pasta and polenta.

Three days work well: two in Milan for the main sights, art and food, and one in Bergamo. With an extra day, you can add a visit to the Franciacorta wine area, famous for its sparkling wines.

Spring and autumn are ideal, with pleasant weather and a full cultural calendar, including Milan Design Week in April. December is also lovely, with Christmas lights and the opening of the opera season at La Scala on 7 December.

In August, many locals go on holiday and some shops and restaurants close, while fashion weeks in February and September can make hotels busy and more expensive.

Easily. Como is under an hour from Milan by train or car, and Bellagio is around an hour and a half by car, which makes Milan a perfect starting or ending point for a Lake Como journey.

Bergamo is also well placed between Milan and the lakes, and its airport, Orio al Serio, is just outside the city.

Yes. The opera season opens every year on 7 December and runs through the following year, alongside ballet and concerts. Tickets for popular performances sell quickly, so we recommend planning ahead.

If there is no performance during your stay, a guided visit to the theatre and its museum is a wonderful way to experience this legendary opera house.

Yes. Every Milan and Bergamo journey we design is private and tailor-made. We do not sell fixed packages or join you to large groups: your itinerary is built from scratch around your dates, interests and pace.

In Milan and Bergamo, that means guaranteed entry to The Last Supper with a private guide, private drivers between the cities and the lakes, and restaurant and opera reservations taken care of.

Your journey includes hand-picked hotels, private transfers and 24/7 assistance in the Italian time zone throughout your trip. If you would like a shared experience, such as a small-group masterclass, we will always tell you in advance.

To start, tell us about your trip for a free, no-obligation proposal, or book a free 30-minute call with our team.